Mint Mobile: How to know if there is coverage in your area
T-Mobile purchased the popular MVNO carrier Mint Mobile and used that carrier's massive 5G network to provide coverage to millions of users worldwide. To find out if you're covered, search for your location on Mint Mobile's official coverage map.
If you like what Mint Mobile offers but aren't sure about Mint Mobile coverage, you can do a few things before signing up. First, you must ensure your phone is fully compatible with T-Mobile since Mint Mobile uses this network exclusively. Next, check Mint's coverage map before switching, but keep in mind that there's a seven-day money-back guarantee window if things don't work out as expected.
Mint Mobile: Starting at $15/month
Mint Mobile is a prepaid carrier that uses T-Mobile's historic 5G network to provide outstanding coverage at a much lower cost. You can choose from four plans, and you must pay for your service in 3, 6, and 12-month increments. The more time you buy from Mint, the more you save. View Deal
Does my device get Mint Mobile coverage?
Most modern unlocked phones support most of T-Mobile's network and, thereby, Mint's, but if you're shopping for something new, these are some of the best phones to use with Mint Mobile. It's worth noting that some older devices might not support Band 71, which uses a 600MHz spectrum to deliver long-range coverage to fill in the gaps between towers. If your phone doesn't support this band, you'll often drop down to 3G.
If you aren't sure if your phone will work with Mint, head to the carrier's official compatibility checker and fill out the required fields (it might be helpful to find your phone's IMEI number beforehand). Thanks to Mint Mobile's BYOP (Bring Your Own Phone) program, you can save additional money on your phone bill when you bring an existing device to the carrier. You can also do this by downloading the Mint Mobile app to check your phone's compatibility automatically.
Since you recently purchased Mint Mobile, you might also be interested in learning a little more about T-Mobile's 5G service. If you already have a 5G-capable phone that you want to bring to Mint Mobile, just make sure that it's unlocked and GSM compatible.
Does my area get Mint Mobile coverage?
As we mentioned above, to find out whether your specific area has access to T-Mobile's network, visit Mint Mobile's coverage map.
Remember to check the places you frequent, such as your workplace, relatives' homes, or maybe even Times Square. By clicking an area on the map or putting in your exact address or zip code, a little icon will pop up showing you the strength of each frequency present (outdoors, indoor, residential, etc.). You're likely good to go if everything in your area is green. T-Mobile's network is vast, so you'll likely get service if you don't live in an incredibly rural area.
You're not stuck with Mint Mobile coverage
Fortunately, Mint Mobile has a seven-day money-back guarantee. If you're not satisfied, all you have to do is let Mint know within the first week of activation—no questions asked. Shipping and handling fees won't be returned, but at least you don't have to send anything back.
If you really have doubts about Mint Mobile, there's a "See For Yourself" starter Kit you can get through the Mint Mobile app that will give you a seven-day trial to test its service. This trial will run Mint Mobile right alongside your existing wireless service with no interruptions, so there's really zero risk.
Google Pixel 8 Pro: Six FREE months of Mint Mobile when you bundle it with a six-month plan
Our favorite phone to use with Mint Mobile just so happens to be our favorite Android phone overall. Pair the purchase of the phone with ANY six-month Mint Mobile plan, and the carrier will hook you up with an additional six months of service for 100% free.
Mint Mobile: Starting at $15/month
Thanks to T-Mobile's massive 5G network, most users should have no problem finding coverage with Mint Mobile as long as they're comfortable buying their wireless service in bulk. Plans start at just $15/month for 5GB/month and go all the way up to $30/month for the Unlimited plan, but act fast since the plan is at $15/month for a limited time (capped at 40GB). View Deal
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